Nextlink Makes Case for Opening 32 GHz Band for 5G
Nextlink Wireless filed an updated FCC report saying the 32 GHz band can be used safely for 5G without harming radio astronomy service, earth exploration satellite service or space research service operations in the neighboring 31.3-31.8 GHz band. Reed Engineering…
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developed the report. Nextlink said a T-Mobile study reached similar conclusion. The studies "provide concrete evidence that next-generation mobile wireless services can coexist with passive band services in the 31.3-31.8 GHz band,” Nextlink said in docket 14-177. The band is one of those explored in a July 2016 Further NPRM (see 1607140052). Commissioners are expected to take up an order allocating more high-frequency bands for 5G as early as their November meeting (see 1710100063).